MONTGOMERY COUNTY — Three people were arrested during a recent “violent crimes reduction blitz” in Montgomery County, according to a spokesperson with the sheriff’s office.
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The blitz is focused of identifiying a disrupting drug-related activity and violent crime before it escalates.
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During the investigation, detectives saw the sale of fentanyl, crack-cocaine, and an additional unknown substance, according to the sheriff’s office.
Three people were arrested for trafficking in drugs; however, their identities were not immediately available.
Their charges will be presented to the prosecutor’s office for review when the investigation is complete.
“While some cases may begin on a smaller scale, these operations are critical in disrupting the distribution of dangerous drugs and reinforcing accountability,” the sheriff’s office said.
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